Phrasal Verb - sailing through
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.Definition
To complete a task or process easily and smoothly, often without encountering any difficulties or obstacles. This phrasal verb is derived from the nautical term 'to sail through' which means to pass through a body of water without stopping.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | Despite the complex project, the team was able to sail through it in record time. |
| 2 | The interview went well and the candidate sailed through the selection process. |
| 3 | The new employee sailed through her training and was ready for her first assignment. |
| 4 | The sales team sailed through their targets for the quarter. |
| 5 | The students sailed through their exams with excellent grades. |
| 6 | The crisis was handled smoothly and the company sailed through it. |
| 7 | The project manager was pleased that the team sailed through the challenges. |
| 8 | The musician sailed through the audition and was offered a recording contract. |
| 9 | The patient sailed through the surgery and recovered quickly. |
| 10 | The travelers sailed through the customs checkpoint with ease. |